Jul 14 2026

Burger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

double patty, sliced american, lettuce, tomato, peabody sauce

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Burger Assembly

Method

Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a round patty, about ¾ inch thick.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.

  4. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    Flip the patties and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each patty to melt.

Toppings

  1. 5

    Prepare the Toppings

    While the patties are cooking, wash and dry the lettuce leaves. Slice the tomato into even slices.

Burger Assembly

  1. 6

    Toast the Buns

    Once the patties are cooked and the cheese is melted, remove them from the heat. Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in the skillet.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Burger

    Assemble the burger by placing a patty on the bottom half of the bun, adding a lettuce leaf, followed by a slice of tomato, and then the second patty. Top with Peabody sauce and then place the top half of the bun on.

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